Handmade Sese Wood 'Hold the World Gently' Sculpture (Ghana)

Old Couple,'Handmade Sese Wood Sculpture of a Sitting Couple from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, an elderly couple shares a loving moment together on a bench. The man rests his arm around his wife's shoulder while she places her hand on his waist. Remarks the designer, "It was their love that brought them this far." ... more

Hold the World Gently II,'World Peace Project Hand Carved Wood Sculpture'

"In the Akan language we say, 'mo moyen nkuta wiase se kosua,' which means 'hold the world gently in our hands like an egg.' This teaches us that we should not fight or we shall destroy it. Rather, we should unite and raise our world higher,"... ... more

Handmade Sese Wood 'Akpa Fish' Sculpture (Ghana)

Sleek sese wood and richly textured aluminum repousse come to life as a fish sculpture. Carved by hand, this elegant sculpture is designed by Anna Yawson in Ghana. ... more

17 Stories Handmade Beloved Ghana Ebony Wood Sculpture Wood in Brown/Gray | 5.25 H x 3.1 W x 2.6 D in | Wayfair E26C46189EBE4A64BC390BD005DF869A

Ghana, the ancient land of the Akan people, brings to the world a new vision of life and art with its stunning landscapes and cultural wealth. Proud of this prosperous country, also known as a golden land, artisan Anna Yawson pays homage to her beloved... ... more

World Menagerie Allessio Sankofa Bird Message Sese Wood Sculpture Wood in Black/Brown | 19 H x 7.8 W x 3.9 D in | Wayfair 205870

Working in native sese wood, Allessio depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of embossed aluminum and copper. This is understood as "go... ... more

World Menagerie Valcourt African Woman Loves Life Sese Wood Sculpture Wood in Black/Brown | 22 H x 4.7 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair 188485

With arms upraised, she puts her hands together as though in prayer or celebration in a sculpture by Valcourt. She works in African sese wood to carve the stylized portrait, and adds the rich textures of embossed aluminum. She names her design Walayo,... ... more

'Hold the World Gently' - Hand Carved Abstract Wood Sculpture

In the Akan language we say 'mo moyen nkuta wiase se kosua ' which means 'hold the world gently in our hands like an egg.' This teaches us that we should not fight or we shall destroy it. Rather we should unite and raise our world higher encourages... ... more

Striped Fish,'Rustic Sese Wood Sculpture of a Striped Fish from Ghana'

Featuring stripes of orange and off-white, this fish will make a beautiful addition to your home or beach cottage. Ghanaian artisan Awudu Saaed hand-carves this sculpture from sese wood and paints it by hand. A clay rub gives this sculpture a rustic... ... more

Green Fante,'Green Sese Wood Fante Fertility Doll Sculpture from Ghana'

In the style of traditional fertility dolls used by the Fante tribe, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Raphat Asigbey. Local artisans hand-carve this sculpture from a single piece of sese wood, depicting the bust of a woman with a patterned neck... ... more

Vibrant Plumage,'Sese Wood Bird Wall Sculpture from Ghana'

Displaying its vibrant plumage, a tropical bird adds to your wall decor with this sculpture from Ghana. Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo designs this wall sculpture, which is hand-carved from sese wood and given a rustic, painted finish. ... more

Altar to Heritage,'Handmade Sese Wood and Aluminum Sculpture in Green and Red'

Emmanuel Nyadedzor pays homage to his heritage in his newest creation, made from sese wood in the classic Ghanaian style. After working long hours with traditional techniques and painting the details in a green hue, the artisan presents this sculpture... ... more

Handmade She Loves Life Sese Wood Sculpture (Ghana)

Named 'Walayo,' the Ga word meaning 'A woman who enjoys life,' this sculpture is the work of Anna Yawson. She works in African sese wood to carve the statue, and adds embossed aluminum with 'Gye Nyame' Adinkra symbol proclaiming God's omnipresence. ... more

Handmade Fruit Seller Sese Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 19" H x 5" W x 3.1" D

Steadying the basket on her head, a woman brings colorful fruits to sell in this modern sculpture from Ghana. By Victoria Agyepomaa, the sese wood sculpture is expertly carved by hand and finished with painted details. ... more

Handmade Ashanti Sankofa Bird Sese Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 14.25" H x 9" W x 3.9" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Working in sese wood, Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti adinkra symbol from Ghana known as sankofa, which encourages to learn from the past. ... more

Handmade Togbe Sese Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 18" H x 6.5" W x 4.1" D

Referred to as 'Togbe,' a chief from the Ewe tribe is regally attired with a cloak and embossed aluminum details in this African sculpture. Rita Addo Zakour pays homage to Ghanaian traditions with this hand-carved sese wood sculpture. ... more

Handmade Beaded Sese Wood 'Tribal Salmon' Sculpture (Ghana)

Carved by hand from native sese wood, a salmon swims upstream in this sculpture from Ghana. The elegant fish sculpture features embossed aluminum on the lateral fins and intricate bead work covers the head in a design by Anna Yawson. ... more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Beautiful Lady' Sculpture , Handmade in Ghana

Sculpted of African sese wood, a young lady is beautiful from all angles in a sculpture by George Obeng. He names this statuette Obaa Sima (Ideal Woman) in the language of Ghana's Akan people. ... more

Handmade Woman Loves Life Sese Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 22" H x 4.7" W x 2.4" D

With arms upraised, she puts her hands together as though in prayer or celebration in a sculpture by Ghana's Anna Yawson. The artisan carves the stylized portrait from African sese wood and adorns the sculpture with the rich textures of embossed aluminum. ... more

Handmade Sese Wood 'Shango' Sculpture (Ghana)

Rita Addo Zakour in Ghana celebrates 'Shango,' the benevolent Yoruba god of storm and drumming with the staff-like design of this admirable sculpture. ... more

Handmade Sese Wood 'Black African Duck' Sculpture (Ghana)

Carving sleek African sese wood, Ghana's Anna Yawson creates a graceful duck sculpture. The hand-painted sculpture features richly textured aluminum on the wings. ... more

Handmade Beaded Sese Wood 'African Tilapia Fish' Sculptures (Ghana)

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Evoking the tilapia that flourish in Lake Bosomtwe, Anna Yawson presents two handsome sculptures. ... more

Novica Handmade Twisted Globe Sese Wood Sculpture

Three pensive men hold the weight of the world on their shoulders in this singular sculpture by West Africa's Kwasi Asante. ... more

'Hold the World Gently II' - Hand Carved Wood Sculpture

In the Akan language we say 'mo moyen nkuta wiase se kosua ' which means 'hold the world gently in our hands like an egg.' This teaches us that we should not fight or we shall destroy it. Rather we should unite and raise our world higher encourages... ... more

Connected Lovers,'Sese Wood and Aluminum Lover Sculpture from Ghana'

Evoking traditional African fertility dolls, this sculpture is created by Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng. He carefully hand-carves this sculpture from sese wood, depicting two lovers that sit side-by-side on a bench. One holds a baby in her arms, but... ... more

Somuyie,'Sese Wood Female Form Sculpture Crafted in Ghana'

By Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako, this sculpture depicts a woman in a kneeling position as she balances a large bowl atop her head. The artist hand-carves this feminine sculpture from a single piece of sese wood, which is then treated with a... ... more

Welcome Drum,'Sese Wood Sculpture of Drummer from Ghana'

After visiting festivals in the northern region of Ghana, artisan Joseph Boateng found creative inspiration in the customs he observed. One such tradition was the presence of Atinga drummers, who played their drums as both a welcome and farewell to... ... more

Yellow Giraffe,'Hand-Carved Sese Wood Giraffe Sculpture from Ghana'

Craning its neck as if to get a better look, this giraffe is hand-carved from Ghanaian sese wood. Enoch Adjei creates this striking sculpture, which is given a striking yellow finish. ... more

Bambara Native,'Hand Crafted Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana'

Emmanuel Austin Ankude in Ghana crafts this fascinating sculpture to honor the Bambara people, a Mande ethnic group who have been found throughout every country in mainland West Africa. The artisan hand carves the sculpture from sese wood with a two... ... more

Giraffe Romance,'Romantic Sese Wood Giraffe Sculpture from Ghana'

Hand-carved of sese wood, two giraffes coil their necks around each other in a romantic sculpture from Ghana. Gordon Adu creates the sculpture, painting it by hand to match the beauty of one of Africa's most fascinating animals. ... more

Rustic Bird,'Rustic Sese Wood Bird Sculpture from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, a charming bird adds to your home decor. Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani creates this intricate sculpture, rubbed with clay for a rustic finish. ... more

Elephant Fight,'Elephant-Themed Sese Wood Wall Sculpture from Ghana'

Engaging in combat, two elephants are depicted in this energetic wall sculpture from Gahna. Raphat Asigbey designs this piece of wall decor, which is hand-carved of sese wood by local artisans. A shiny black finish with painted designs completes this... ... more

Lion Roar,'Sese Wood Sculpture of a Lion from Ghana'

Depicting a lion that opens its mouth in a mighty roar, this sculpture is designed and crafted by Ghanaian artisan Cynthia Danquah. She carves the sculpture by hand of sese wood, giving the wood a gleaming, polished finish that accentuates the grain. ... more

Surely,'Hand-Painted Sese Wood Turtle Sculpture from Ghana'

Crafted of sese wood, a charming turtle will surely win the race. Ghanaian artisan K. Baka creates this sculpture, painting the turtle by hand with multicolored motifs that evoke traditional African designs. ... more

Egyptian Cat,'Rustic Sese Wood Cat Wall Sculpture from Ghana'

Showcasing stripes of black and brown, an Egyptian cat is depicted in this wall sculpture from Ghana. Winfred Korley creates this sculpture, which he hand-carves from a single piece of sese wood and treats with a rustic finish. ... more

Profile of a Queen,'Carved Sese Wood Sculpture of an African Woman from Ghana'

Ghana's Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng hand-carves a woman's profile from local sese wood for a noble portrait that captures the beauty of African royalty. Depicting a noble queen, the sculpture wears a red scarf around the head with a wrap in tones of... ... more

Posing Woman,'Rustic Sese Wood Female Form Sculpture from Ghana'

Standing in a one-legged pose with her arms stretched back, the figure of a sensual woman graces any home. Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani creates this sculpture, which he carves by hand from sese wood and treats with clay for a rustic finish. ... more

'Hand-Carved Rustic Sese Wood Fish Sculpture from Ghana'

Leaping out of the water, this charming fish will make the perfect addition to your home or beach cottage. Ghanaian artisan Awudu Saaed hand-carves this sculpture from sese wood, painted in tones of brown and blue. A clay rub gives the sculpture a... ... more